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Safari Helicopter Tours

Heliport, Hilo International Airport, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
808-246-0136
Ranked #5 of 18 tours in Hilo
4.5 of 5 stars 57 Reviews
Type: Tours
Traveler Description: The Deluxe Volcano/Coast Safari Helicopter tour takes you to over the vent of the Kilauea Volcano System to view the volcanic activity.  This may... more »
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1966gmc
Los Alamos, NM
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19 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2012 NEW

First I have to say that I am terrified of flying. Our Captain put me at ease and I had so much fun! The views are spectacular, and while we only got to see a small portion of the island, it was so worth it! I would highly recommend Safari Helicopters - and don't forget to buy DVD of your... More

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Dot13
Clinton, NY
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20 reviews
16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2012

This was the best thing we did in Hawaii. We were on a 7 day cruise on the Pride of America, which docked for a day at Hilo on the Big Island. In the morning we took a shore excursion to Volcanoes National Park and in the afternoon we took this helicopter ride with Safari. A nice young man named... More

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Ashirley1986
Waianae, Hawaii
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2012

The views were amazing!!!! Wish we could have seen the lava flowing, but the company can't help that. The pilot took us to the see the waterfalls since we did not see any lava. Very good customer service. Everyone was very friendly and our Pilot AJ was very knowledgable. I would totally recommend this tour to anyone!!! More

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zoeAtlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
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13 reviews
6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2012

I was sure that a view of the volcano would include a trip to Kilauaea but we just flew to some lava tubes 10 miles from the Hilo airport. I am sure if the lava was flowing, it would have been spectacular but it wasnt. big fat boring, and a waste of money. Pay for a better tour company or... More

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TWOBRATZ
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 10, 2012
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This is a great company, very informative and friendly. Our pilot Paul knows the area and did a great job. More

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Marty N
Orland Park, Illinois
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2012

Our flight was on Christmas Eve morning and the weather was not the best, but we still thoroughly enjoyed the flight. Captain Will was not only a very experienced pilot, but he was very knowledgeable about the volcanoes and the island in general. We highly recommend this trip! (The only question we didn't ask was why we didn't fly over... More

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Matt M
New Orleans, Louisiana
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2012

From start to finish a great experience. The check-in and safety briefing was pleasant and easy. Captain Paul was very informative and knowledgeable about the Big Island and the volcanoes. The views of the Pu'u O'o crater and lava tube vents were spectacular, and the lava flowing into the ocean was amazing! Worth every penny! More

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Dpm123
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2011

Very nice trip. They made the best of it despite the weather. We booked Volcano and Mountain/Waterfall tour. Clouds in higher elevation so extra time was spent on volcano. More

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jolleegood
Vancouver, BC
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 20, 2011

Captain AJ was great, full of info and really calm. He treated my daughter like gold. We had a great day for it, lava flowing, hitting the sea, very cool! I thought the waterfalls were a little lame but it was completely worth it to stay in the air a little longer! My mother-in-law (79) really enjoyed herself too. I'd... More

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Silver999
Australia
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18 reviews
9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 28, 2011

This was the first time my husband and I have been in a helicopter and definitely won’t be the last! I chose Safari Helicopters for their safety record and can’t speak highly enough of this company. Before booking I rang their office with a couple of questions and the lady I spoke to was extremely helpful. All the staff we... More

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